Bai Tu Long Bay Off-The-Beaten-Track Cruise on Boutique Boat 2D1N

2 days Free CancellationMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationMin age 4+Guided Operated by Authentic Hanoi Travel

Why we love it?

This two-day tour offers a serene escape into the less-explored Bai Tu Long Bay, a stunning alternative to the more crowded Halong Bay. Perfect for travelers seeking a more intimate experience, the tour includes cozy accommodations on a traditional wooden boat, complete with en-suite bathrooms and scenic views. Guests will enjoy kayaking through the breathtaking limestone islands and indulge in authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Highlights include visits to Cong Do and Cap La Island, along with the impressive Thien Canh Son Cave, all while surrounded by the natural beauty of this enchanting region.

Inclusions

  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Pick Up at Hanoi Old Quarter by Shuttle Bus Roundtrip (TOUR FROM HANOI)
  • Meeting Point at Halong International Cruise Port (TOUR FROM HALONG)
  • Boutique Cruise through Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay
  • Cozy cabin with seview windows and en-suite bathroom
  • 2 bottles of mineral water in the cabin
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as program
  • English Speaking Guide in the tour
  • Cooking Class + Night Fishing Equipment + Morning Taichi
  • Welcome drink and sunset party on boat
  • Kayaking/Rowing Bamboo Boat, Caving, Relaxing...

Exclusions

  • Other Beverages and Personal Expenses
  • Tips for crews/guide/driver are appreciated
  • Holiday Surcharged

Itinerary

Day 1

Halong Port– Bai Tu Long Bay – Cong Do– Cap La island (L, D)

  • Check in

    Check in: 11.30-12.00 from Halong Bay International Cruise Port. 

    12.30: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Ha Long international cruise port, you will have a bit of time to relax and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee. Wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our boat. 

    12.45: Enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes briefing about safety on the boat and activities included then we check in our cabin.

    13.30: Delicious Vietnamese set menu will be served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.

    15.00: Arrive in the kayaking area – that is Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming and relaxing. 17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoys our Sunset party while our cruise sailing to the overnight anchorage. 19.00: Sumptuous set dinner on board. 20.30: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games, or gathers your group/family for a board game; try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.

  • Check in

    Check in: 11.30-12.00 from Halong Bay International Cruise Port. 

    12.30: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Ha Long international cruise port, you will have a bit of time to relax and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee. Wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our boat. 

    12.45: Enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes briefing about safety on the boat and activities included then we check in our cabin. 

    13.30: Delicious Vietnamese set menu will be served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.

Day 2

Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Son cave – Halong Port (B, L)

  • Bai Tu Long Bay

    Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Son cave – Halong Port (B, L)

    06.00: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. 07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfil your strength and ready for another exploring day. 

    08.00: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave. 09.00: Upon return to the boat you will have about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. 

    10.00: Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. You can quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey (a 2 Michelin Star Chef) used to guide – Nem Cuon or challenge yourself in fruit and vegetable carving. 

    11.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat. 12.00: Back to the harbor and disembark at Ha Long cruise port

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable FOR TOUR FROM HANOI WITH TRANSFER : We will pick up at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House or Authentic Hanoi Travel Office if outside between 8h00 AM to 8h30 AM.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start